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Another successful sailing taster session
Last Sunday we had another group of enthusiastic wannabe sailors turning up at the club. After a quick introduction, the group went outside to be shown how to rig a topper. Tony showed the difference between the topper and a mirror. Several people who wanted a go on the water were given a life jacket and stepped into the wanderer. Helen and Erwin then sailed them across the loch, handing the jib sheet (The
Published 16:27 on 30 Jun 2026
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Fun Regatta in full swing
Today's fun regatta is in full swing with boats from Dundee, Caterlain, Broughty ferry and our own 2 on the water. Several fun races are organised during the day with a great lunch of soup and sandwiches. Plenty of cakes to have with a cuppa.
Published 12:32 on 20 Jun 2026 by Erwin Oosterhoorn
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Cox Training
Cox Club News: Charting a Successful Course for Our Future Coxswains! The club clubhouse, and loch were absolutely buzzing over the weekend as we successfully hosted our intensive SCRA Coxswain Course. It was an incredible weekend of learning, skill-building, and brilliant community collaboration on the water! From Classroom to Crew The course kicked off on Saturday afternoon with our participants gathering in the clubhouse for an in-depth theory session. Trainees dove into
Published 09:40 on 20 Jun 2026
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Skiff taster session
Looking Back: The June 6th Skiff Taster Session at Forfar Loch On Saturday, 6th of June, Forfar Sailing & Watersports Club officially kicked off its summer "Try Skiffing" series with a fantastic morning session from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. The event brought together a wonderful mix of locals eager to try something new, completely embodying the clubs welcoming "just turn up and give rowing a go" philosophy. With no booking or prior
Published 09:21 on 17 Jun 2026
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Sailing Taster session June 2026
Our first sailing taster session of the year was held on 7 th June, and we had 11 people come along to give it a go. After checking details, everyone was provided with a properly fitting buoyancy or lifejacket, and then a short safety briefing was given. Participants then helped to rig three dinghies and were soon ready to get on the water. Three of our club members and volunteers helmed the
Published 09:19 on 17 Jun 2026
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Sailing at the club
Here are some photos taken while members were out sailing. Sailing races are held on Tuesday evening and Sunday afternoon for members. These races are part of a series where all results are counted together, and the sailor with the lowest amount of points is the winner for the series. This results in a trophy at the end of the year. For coming first in a race you get one point,
Published 10:40 on 20 May 2026
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Opening regatta 2026
Skiff rowing at the opening regatta With calm waters and eager rowers, the scene was set for the skiff races on Sunday morning!. The first race started as the clock turned 10.00 AM, the two skiff crews made their way to the berry barrel to line up and prepare for the 1km race with Tony (cox), Elaine, Mark, Judith and Lesley coming in 1st place against Graham (cox), Gillian, Maggie, Jules and Gregor.
Published 12:08 on 12 May 2026
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Closing regatta winners
Here are some photos from the closing regatta winners. More photos will be available in the gallery (See footer: ClosingRegatta2025).
Published 12:43 on 28 Sep 2025 by Erwin Oosterhoorn
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Road runners v skiff rowers
What a great evening at the loch last night for the first (hopefully of many) Runners vs Rowers competition. Mary and Greg took to the water with eager crews while the runners talked tactics and raced off into the trees. For spectators it was exciting to catch a glimpse of runners at various points through the trees while counting the lengths of the skiffs! Who was going to win was
Published 00:00 on 23 Jun 2025
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Forfar Gala Day
Last Sunday, the Forfar Sailing and Watersports club was part of the Forfar Gala day. We had one of the skiffs, a kayak, and a Feva on display. It was a long but enjoyable day in the sun. The game was sold out by 14:30! Thanks to all who helped out, came along and gave their time and energy.
Published 08:20 on 16 Jun 2025 by Erwin Oosterhoorn
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Skiffie world in Stranraer
Forfar Sailing and Watersports Club is entering teams into the Skiffie worlds in Stranraer later this year and is out training hard on Forfar Loch. If you are walking around the loch and see them, give them a wave of encouragement ... and you might get a wave back! Earlier in the week, Tannadice Scouts had a training session … and are returning next week for more!
Published 12:41 on 2 Jun 2025